Fisherman are preparing the fishing net for release, which will be used to catch the small bait fishes.  Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

Fishermen working as a group bringing in the net, which is used to catch small bait fish.  Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

The fisherman carefully scoops up the captured bait fish from the net and transfers them into the fishing vessel for storage. These bait fish will be utilized at a later time to attract and catch larger tuna fish. Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

The small bait fishes caught by the fisherman.  Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

A team of fishermen collaborates harmoniously to employ the pole and line fishing method for catching tuna. To entice the tuna, they strategically toss smaller bait fishes into the water and simulate fish movement by spraying water from their vessel. Their synchronized efforts maximize the chances of a successful catch. Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

Fisherman bringing in a caught Skipjack Tuna in using pole and line fishing method.  Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

The bond between sea birds and fishermen can be described as a symbiotic relationship. The birds gain advantages from the fishermen's actions as they acquire food, while the fishermen benefit from the birds' presence as a natural indicator of fish whereabouts.In this particular photograph, we can observe a pair of Brown Noddy birds. One of the birds, positioned towards the lower part of the image, is holding a small bait fish in its beak, which was discarded into the sea by the fishermen. Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

Some of the caught Tuna. These Tuna will then be stored in containers or special compartments in the vessel for storage. Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

The fisherman is preparing and filleting the fish to bring it back home.  Photo: Nausham Waheed / images.mv

The fishermen temporarily pause their fishing activities to dedicate some time for prayer. Photo: Nausham Waheed.